Canon - Model FPA141 Projection Aligner

Summary : Though not as elegantly encased as the Perkin-Elmer 100, here was Japan’s answer to the threatening storms of the projection aligner revolution.

Though not as elegantly encased as the Perkin-Elmer 100, here was Japan’s answer to the threatening storms of the projection aligner revolution. It was a real performer, and well liked in Japan. Few were sold outside Japan in the beginning.

The company encountered difficulties with Perkin-Elmer. Lawsuits exploded, as did accusations; all of which were eventually resolved with ongoing royalty payments.

Canon learned, evolved and outperformed many of its arch rivals. Today it is a major source on the international equipment scene.